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Captain

Chamblee, GA

Position Description

This position is to serve as a pilot within the company’s flight department. Pilots demonstrate excellent customer service while providing safe, efficient, and effective aerial transportation in support of the strategic business objectives and initiatives of Southern Company and subsidiaries.

Position Location

  • Dekalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK) in Atlanta, Georgia

  • Must currently reside, or being willing to relocate, within 1.5 hours of Dekalb-Peachtree Airport

Minimum Qualifications

This position is open to all pilots who meet the criteria listed below, however, preference may be given to dual rated pilots. If dual rated, the successful applicant will be expected to serve as either a fixed-wing captain, or rotary-wing captain, with additional responsibilities as a first officer on the alternate platform. Captain assignments will be based upon relevant experience.

Note: The flight hour requirements, listed below, are the minimum required to be considered for a Captain position.

Flight Time Requirements:

  • Fixed Wing: 3000 TT, 1500 PIC Multi-Engine, 1000 Hours Multi-Engine Turbine (Preferred).

  • Rotor Wing: 3000 TT, 1000 PIC, 500 Turbine (Preferred)

Certificates and Ratings

  • Fixed Wing: Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with Multi-Engine Rating required

  • Rotor Wing: Commercial with Instrument Rating; ATP preferred.

  • First-Class FAA Medical Certificate (Must be able to acquire)

Formal Education Requirements

  • High School Diploma, or equivalent.

  • College Degree Desirable

Job Role Description

  • Perform Pilot-In-Command (PIC) and/or Second-In-Command (SIC) duties, as defined in the General Operations Manual (GOM) and operate according to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

  • Must be a self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.

  • Must be a cooperative team player who exhibits high levels of interpersonal skill and emotional intelligence.

  • Applicants must possess strong analytical reasoning and critical thinking skills. The successful applicant will have demonstrated the ability to solve complex problems in in rapidly evolving, dynamic environments.

  • Must accept flexible and dynamic schedules, including early mornings, late nights, weekend flights and overnight travel.

  • Be willing to accept temporary assignments at other company domiciles, on occasion.

  • Must have excellent communications skills.

  • Must be able to interact appropriately with executive level customers.

  • Participate in, and actively support, the Safety Management System (SMS) and ISBAO Standards.

  • Personally, and professionally, model all aspects of company culture – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 7596

Job Category: Aviation

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services

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